From the Dugout to the Mind: Exploring the Benefits of Hypnosis in Baseball

Written By Julie Sulter

If you have an immense love for baseball and all that comes with it, then why not use Hypnosis in Baseball to help unleash your full potential? You owe yourself the opportunity to climb out of the dugout of your mind, as there is no limit on what you can achieve. So embrace this exciting moment and become who you are truly meant to be!

Are you exhausted of coming up short in front of a packed house? Have your self-assurance levels plummeted to the point that you're constantly lingering in the dugout? If so, it's time to stand up and give hypnosis a try! Hypnosis is an effective tool for restoring your confidence and helping you hit home runs – don't miss this opportunity to get back on track.

Believe it or not, hypnosis has made its way into the sport of baseball! Who would have thought that a game popularized by chewing gum, sunflower seeds, and classic peanuts and cracker jack snacks could now be revolutionized through mental power? Baseball is certainly experiencing an innovative transformation - all thanks to the wonders of hypnosis.

No longer are players relying solely on their athleticism and strength to succeed; they're going beyond, even visiting hypnotists for enhanced focus, self-assurance, and diminished performance anxiety. Plus it provides them with the additional perk of better sleep! Who wouldn't wish to strike a home run in their dreams?

While the concept of hypnosis in baseball may sound far-fetched, don't be too hasty to dismiss it. In actuality, this practice is backed by science and many professional athletes are using it to improve their performance. Don't let preconceived notions stand in your way - unlock the power of hypnosis today!

The method of practice, practice, practice is the standard approach to improving your baseball game. 

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Picture yourself standing at the plate, feeling completely calm and composed, zooming in on your pitcher as you dream of hitting that home run. Or imaging making that difficult catch out in left field with ease and unshakeable confidence — all these things can become a reality when you use hypnosis!

Dr Joe Dispenza remembers his friend, a baseball coach who noticed something unusual. Every time he faced the same team, they would mop the field with him—hitting home runs and doubles left and right! But against other teams his players had no problem keeping up their game. So why did this one team seem invincible? He resolved to take action on it.

Before the next start against his opponent, the coach took time in his hotel room to meticulously construct a game plan. He had diligently kept track of how each hitter fared against him and was armed with their weaknesses, strengths, and habits. With this knowledge in hand, he confidently knew exactly what he would do when they stepped up to bat.

Sitting and pondering for hours, he committed to memory the order of pitches that he was going to throw. Shutting his eyes tightly, he began mentally pitching that game - slider on the inside corner low, fastball up and away followed by a change-up down and away. The last pitch? A fastball right onto their hands resulting in an effortless ground ball towards first base.He continually repeated the process until he felt ready and had already acquired it in his mind before taking any action. Then, to boost up his confidence and ensure success, he rehearsed mentally every move for hours during the night as well as in the morning that followed. While not producing exactly what was expected from such a mental rehearsal game of baseball, he did pitch an astonishing four-hit shutout―his best results ever against that particular team yet!

He began to apply this technique when facing every other team, leading him to win more and more games. It was easier for him to focus since he had previously gone through the game in his head - all that remained was reproducing these results. Through mentally rehearsing all of his future actions, he effectively warmed up the associated neural circuits before each match.

I am reminded of Ronald Springston's case, who blamed hypnosis for his robbery at a bank in Farmington. He stole an astounding $8,314 due to the powerful urge that was generated by the weight-loss hypnotherapy he underwent. Though the hypnotist never suggested a bank robbery, an expert witness was still summoned to testify. The late Richard Garver claimed that hypnosis cannot make someone act against their moral values or beliefs. Therefore, it can be concluded that hypnosis does not possess the ability to make people do something they would otherwise find morally wrong.

On the 2nd of November 2016, we lost a remarkable individual: Dr. Richard (Ric) Garver. He left this world peacefully in his Texas residence and will be sorely missed by American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). Throughout his life, Dr. Garver showed immense passion for learning and performing; he was also an incredible athlete possessed with extraordinary talent. After achieving excellence in two varsity sports at Ohio State University, Ric received a baseball scholarship and graduated with distinction. Rather than opting for the professional baseball contract on offer to him, he qualified instead for the Professional Golf Association’s tour. His passion for sport continued as Ric devoted himself to mastering martial arts; eventually earning black belts in judo, karate and aikido. His enthusiasm was further reflected when his athletic prowess earned him silver medals in golf, table tennis and racquetball at the Senior Olympics - proving that age is no barrier when it comes to competing! After graduating college, Ric joined the United States Air Force and embarked on a more than two decade career as an officer. He attained his wings in no time and served as a line officer in Fighter-Interceptor Weapons. However, while overseas during one of several deployments to Southeast Asia, he suffered major injuries from an unfortunate helicopter crash. For a staggering 40 days, Ric undertook an immense journey secretly through the rice paddies and surrounding areas to make it back to his base. He utilized self-hypnosis as a way of focusing more on what he had to do while also managing any pain or fear that arose during this time. His experience inspired him enough so that when it was over, he dedicated himself wholeheartedly in psychotherapy and eventually earned the position of head of psychological services at Wilford Hall Medical Center in San Antonio before founding its Hypnotherapy Clinic. Dr. Ric Garver was a certified diplomate with the American Board of Forensic Medicine, National Institute of Sports, American Academy of Pain Management and ASCH .For over 20 years, the FBI has sought out Dr. Garver's extraordinary forensic knowledge and expertise on more than a hundred fifty cases! Ric also played an integral role in helping to solve complex investigations like the assassination of Judge John Wood in 1979 as well as launching the Behavioral Science Unit’s groundbreaking Forensic Hypnosis Program within the organization. His hypnotic interviews were critical for their success. - Dr. Garver has made a lasting impact on many areas of life, quietly but with great forcefulness. Additionally, he has provided services to law enforcement agencies across the United States and graced more than 100 regional and national professional gatherings organized by ASCH with his presence!

Ric left behind a powerful legacy of sequences and hypnotic strategies, designed to assist in weight loss, smoking cessation and athletic performance enhancement. If you're interested in reading some of his methods, Corydon Hammond's book "The Handbook Of Hypnotic Suggestions And Metaphors" provides an insightful look into Ric's work.

According to Dr. Garver, it is critical for a client to rehearse their athletic moves visually in order to guarantee that the image they develop is accurate – be it from their coaches or any other trustworthy source such as books and video tapes. This visual rehearsal helps them visualize themselves performing the motor skill correctly while also providing an opportunity for self-reflection. In short, if you want your performance on game day to mirror what you have practiced, make sure you practice with a visual representation of yourself! Having a heightened sense of awareness and feeling during each move, as well as seeing it (including hearing) is crucially important. It's imperative to repeat what you do right rather than wrong in order to create memories; these memories need to be anchored emotionally in order for them to become long-term successes. Each time you make the correct decision, touch your right shoulder with your left hand. If not satisfied with the outcome, reverse it. This simple process reinforces what's right and maximizes positive performance by focusing on arousal levels during rehearsal and execution of tasks.

Research conducted in the 1992 Journal of Neurophysiology revealed that visualizing physical movements can increase muscle strength by 22%, without actually performing them. In the study, participants were split into three categories; one group was asked to undergo finger exercises for five intervals a week over four weeks. It turns out that just imagining these workouts yielded better results than those who physically carried them out! The second group ran through the same exercises in their heads, with identical timings, without actually engaging any muscle movements on their finger. Meanwhile, those who were part of a control group did neither exercise nor mentally envision themselves exercising their finger.

After the research was concluded, researchers observed a remarkable 30% increase in finger strength for those that had physically exercised. Surprisingly however, even those who only imagined themselves performing various exercises experienced an astounding 22 percent rise in muscle power!

By believing in yourself, repeatedly visualizing your winning performance in detail, you can become a true champion of baseball.

With the potential to release bad habits, fears, and phobias, why not put hypnosis through its paces? Even if it doesn't work out as expected you'll have a remarkable tale to tell your grandchildren. Moreover, injecting some humor into baseball - which we all love - is always welcomed! So go ahead; grab yourself some peanuts while you take a load off and let hypnotism do the rest of the hard work.

Here is a script called Imagery Script for – Baseball Scenario

To begin, find a place that is peaceful and comfortable to sit in. Make sure you are settled and relaxed before taking notice of any discomforts or adjusting your posture if necessary. Avoid crossing arms or legs; instead allow them to rest properly with ease throughout the meditation session ahead. As you settle into this routine, direct all attention towards relaxing both body and mind as well as becoming aware of what is happening around you right now without judgment. Now is the moment that you can take back control. Everything from what has happened in the past and whatever will happen in the future does not matter for now; take this chance to relax your body. The current moment is all yours, and it's up to you how you want to fill these few minutes of blissful freedom. Liberate yourself from your thoughts, both positive and negative. Place them in a container of some kind and store it away for the time being. Now that you're rid of this mental burden, use this chance to be fully present as an opportunity to nourish your mind & body with deep care. After you have taken a few moments to pause and purposely focus on the present moment, all other conscious thoughts will vanish. This is when you truly arrive in the "right frame of mind" for practice or competition. By taking these steps to be fully focused before engaging with an activity, your concentration will remain undivided as you enter into your "training" or "competitive mindset."

Now is the moment to concentrate on your respiration. Draw in a deep breath and feel the air fill up your lungs, then relish as you gradually let go of all uneasiness while exhaling. Do this cycle three or four times, getting more and more relaxed with each outbreath until you are fully tranquilized. Now pause here for an instant to bask in tranquility as you inhale serenity...

Now, close your eyes and imagine yourself an hour before the game at the field. Listen to all oF"f your friends' joyful voices as they come alive in anticipation for another day out on the diamond. Breathe in deeply - there's that familiar scent of freshly-mowed lawns coupled with bubble gum you always love chewing coming up from beneath you. Let those delightful fragrances fill every one of your senses so you can truly appreciate being back at the ballpark again! As you tie your shoes and warm up, you can sense that this is going to be a good day. You pick out your batting gloves, grab your trusty bat and select the perfect helmet - now you're ready to hit some balls!

You're on the diamond as batting practice begins. The sun is beaming and it's a gorgeous day for baseball, perfect for honing your hitting skills. You join your cohort in taking turns at bat; with each swing you refine your technique and focus on driving the ball toward home plate. With each swing of the bat, you can feel and hear the satisfying ping as baseballs soar off your bat. Your vision is sharpened by the pitcher's release and your swings are in perfect harmony - completely on beat. By the end of practice, every ball was hit with backspin resulting in maximum carry when it reaches its destination. You make a swift, concise swing and stay on top of the ball as it passes through your hitting zone. With every strike of the baseball you become more confident in your skills, feeling the power behind each hit. Batting practice has gone well and you find yourself emotionally ready to dominate in your upcoming game; it's almost like an adrenaline rush! This is why you love baseball: being able stand in control with a bat in hand.

As the game progresses, you keenly observe how the pitcher throws to your teammates. You can easily identify his strategies for pitching when in a favorable or unfavorable setting and come to understand his preferred approach. Plus, by analyzing his release point and gauging the velocity of each pitch, you are equipped with an internal clock accurate enough to determine whether it's time for ball or strike! You're feeling confident and ready, having done your due diligence to prepare. You take the bat off the rack and grab your helmet from the shelf - all set! As you approach home plate with a cool head and a business-like demeanor, it's time to hit that ball out of the park. Standing on deck, the pitcher and your swings become in sync. You are balanced and rhythmic as you practice. In addition to watching for any upcoming scenarios that may appear during your at-bat, you take the bat over your head for a stretch then bend down to loosen up any tight muscles in preparation of what lies ahead. Focusing into fine detail, you finish limbering up before stepping into the batter's box ready to make an impactful hit! As you ready yourself for hitting, practice your swings and maintain a relaxed pace. When it's your turn to swing, approach the plate with a tranquil assurance and glance at the coach for instructions on what is expected from you. Strategize accordingly in terms of which area needs to be targeted. Once all preparations are complete, take your position in the batter's box - lightly tapping and taking practice swings as needed.- When the pitcher receives his sign from behind home plate, you should focus intently on him. Remind yourself that he is yours; seize command of the situation and settle into your stance. Tell yourself to "see the ball"--trust in your skill-set and don't let thoughts of outcome weigh too heavily on you, instead just stay focused on seeing it and allowing yourself to react freely. You are ready to go and feel calm and confident. You feel balance as the pitcher goes into his windup. You load and stride at the proper time and feel in sync with the pitchers rhythm. You focus on the release point of the pitcher and immediately recognize what type of pitch he is throwing. It is you pitch! You let the pitch travel as you begin to unlock the swing. Your back knee triggers and your swing begin to unlock in perfect sequence and in perfect timing. You remain balanced as you effortlessly swing to perfect contact. The ball jumps off of the bat as you swing through the ball. You hardly feel the ball because contact was so solid. As you finish your swing you begin to run toward first base. You know you will go for extra bases so you get into your turn early. As you sprint to second base, your feet barely touch the ground. You easily make it there before the ball is even thrown in from the outfield. With each pitch that leaves the pitcher's hand, you trust your instincts and react accordingly with a sense of freedom. Your focus stays on seeing or feeling what lies ahead rather than worrying about how everything will turn out in the end. The game progresses as if it was all part of some divine plan; each action guided by instinctive faith and precision-like accuracy! Each time you step up to the plate, your confidence radiates as you feel calm and laser-focused. With every swing of the bat that produces contact with the ball, a sense of elation washes over you. You know it's going to be impossible for this pitcher - or any other - to get past you today; baseball is truly yours! Allow yourself to revel in self-satisfaction knowing that right now is an incredible day for playing America's favorite pastime. Today is my day to shine! Take the time to really experience each and every moment of this game. Visualize yourself achieving success, having fun with your teammates, and savoring all that the game has to offer.

The game has ended, and you take a moment to congratulate the other team on their performance. Your coach then speaks of your accomplishments as well as aspects that require more attention going forward. You listen keenly, looking ahead to bettering yourself little by little with each practice and competition along the way. As you and your team wrap up the day, a sense of assurance pulses through you as a result of the progress made. With one final cheer to invigorate their spirits, everyone disperses until they meet again tomorrow. As you lay in bed later that night, recollections from today's game replay in your mind—recalling how exhilarating it was to be out there playing baseball with such camaraderie! You can't wait for what adventures await on the field tomorrow.

Close your eyes and take a few deep breaths. Focus on each inhale followed by an exhale, allowing yourself to feel deeply relaxed. When you're ready, open your eyes and return to the present moment in the room.


Julie Sulter
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